Who can use BC Copy Center?

The BC Copy Center is here to serve students, staff, faculty and student clubs. We provide copies of up to 5,000 sheets. Larger jobs will be forwarded to Printworks.

How do I have a job printed?

Complete the BC Copy Center requisition form, available from your department or in our office. Be sure to obtain the required authorized signature, and then bring the completed form along with the original documents to our office. Students can fill out the form in our office and wait for their job to be completed.

Do you accept electronic documents for printing?

The BC Copy Center accepts electronic documents in the form of PDF, InDesign and Photoshop. The Copy Center also will accept Microsoft documents including Word, Excel and Publisher of no more than four pages. These files can be e-mailed to us or provided on floppy, CD or Zip disk.

Do you copy course packs?

The BC Copy Center should receive all course pack material, copyright-cleared and in camera-ready form, at least two weeks prior to the start of the semester.

Can students pick up course packs at the BC Copy Center?

Course packs are available for students to purchase at the BC Copy Center.

When will my job be ready?

Straightforward photocopy will be ready within one to two days. More complicated jobs can take up to three or more days. We will notify you by telephone when your job is completed. We also offer same-day service.

Do you deliver?

Jobs of 20 pounds or more are delivered; departmental personnel can pick up all other jobs.

What are your hours of operation?

We are open from Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

What are your forms of payment?

Payment can be made via cash or check, or you can charge the cost to your departmental budget. All check payments require two pieces of identification.

Central Routing

How do I ship a package?

Brooklyn College has an account with UPS. Simply have an authorized individual from your area bring the item you wish to ship to the Roosevelt Hall loading dock. We will then arrange for the package to be picked up and shipped.

How am I billed for shipment of a package?

The transaction is billed to your department's or office's OTPS (Other Than Personnel Service) account.

How do I return merchandise to a vendor?

Call Purchasing to obtain the purchase order (PO) number if the merchandise has a standard PO# (State, Research Foundation, Dormitory Authority, etc.). If there is no PO#, call the vendor to obtain an order number. Then, bring the package and the appropriate number to us so that we can return the merchandise.

Do I have to pay for a package I'm returning to the vendor?

No, as long as the package is not more than 30 days past the invoice date. Within that time frame, the vendor is responsible for return-shipment charges. If you are returning an item more than 30 days after receipt, you must first obtain the approval to do so from your department head and then ship the package via UPS. (See: How do I ship a package?)

How can I find out if something I have ordered has arrived yet

Provide Central Routing with a tracking number and we will check the status of your package. Generally, we e-mail the tracking number to you for your records. If you don't have a tracking number, call the vendor first, obtain the number, and then call Central Routing.

Can I have personal packages shipped to Central Routing?

No, personal items are not accepted at Central Routing.

Central Stores

What are your hours of operation?

We are open Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Central Stores is not open on Fridays; however, staff is available to assist you on Friday and until 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

Does Central Stores deliver orders?

Yes, all orders exceeding 20 pounds are delivered within three to five business days.

Mailing Services

What time does the mail go out?

Mail leaves the college at 3 p.m. daily, Monday through Friday.

What types of mail are processed?

We provide all the services of the United States Post Office, with the exception of registered mail, money orders and passport services.

How do I ship an item for next-day delivery?

United Parcel Service (UPS) is used for overnight delivery services for college purposes only. The costs for UPS services are charged to the user's OTPS budgets. Larger items may be shipped through Central Routing and Receiving. United States Postal Service Express Mail may be used to send personal items overnight.

How can I save money on large mailings?

Contact the Office of Mailing Services at 718.951.5237. A staff member will inform you of the various presorting options and the associated savings.

How can I have a presorted mailing processed?

Complete a Mailing Services requisition so your mailing can be scheduled and processed in a timely fashion. Send your address list to Mailing Services via e-mail. If there are any problems with your address list, a staff member will call you. Materials to be mailed should be delivered at least one day prior to your target date of mailing for jobs under 10,000 pieces and at least three days in advance for jobs over 10,000 pieces.

Can I send personal mail?

Yes, with two requirements: The mail must be paid for via personal check or money order (no cash), and you will need to show your Brooklyn College ID.

Can I receive personal mail?

No.

What are your hours of operation?

We are open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Staff is also available to assist you from 9 to 10 a.m., prior to window opening hours.

Printworks

What services do you offer?

Printworks is a full-service shop. We offer full-color and black-and-white photocopying of documents up to 11 X 17 inches. We produce business cards, letterhead, NCR forms, pamphlets, booklets and engraved signs. We can design and print full-color large-format posters and vinyl banners for outdoor display; we can also laminate your documents and posters if desired. Our finishing options include spiral, coil, tape binding and stapling of your documents.

Who can use Printworks?

Printworks serves faculty, staff and student clubs. Individual students may not avail themselves of our services but can use the BC Copy Center.

How do I have a job printed?

Complete the Printworks requisition form, available from your department or in our office. Be sure to obtain the required authorized signature, and then bring the completed form along with the original documents to our office.

Do you accept electronic documents for printing?

We accept electronic documents in the form of PDF, Quark, Photoshop and Illustrator. We also will accept Microsoft documents including Word, Excel and Publisher of no more than four pages. These files can be e-mailed to us or provided on CD or thumb drive.

When will my job be ready?

Straightforward photocopy will be ready within three to four days. More complicated jobs requiring design can take up to seven or more days. We will notify you by telephone when your job is completed.

What if I need my job sooner?

Rush jobs are available at a 25 percent premium above the normal cost. Rush jobs are printed the same day or next business day, depending on the time the job is received.

Do you deliver?

Jobs of 20 pounds or more are delivered; department personnel can pick up all other jobs.

Will my exams be safe guarded?

Absolutely! Exams receive special attention. Students do not have access to exams at any time during the drop-off, printing or delivery process. Students cannot deliver or pick up exams, and they are not permitted in the operations area of the print shop. In addition, all exams are treated as rush jobs and are available for pickup on the morning of the next business day without the additional rush premium charge.